KTK-Nutrition

So easy to grab a protein bar and think you are “eating healthy”.   But are protein bars really good for your health?   Are some protein bars better than others?   What should you look for when choosing a protein bar?   Many of my relatives eat protein bars and my sister sent me a great article, Are protein bars good for you?   Dietitians reveal the healthiest options .   This article notes proteins bars “can be a filling snack, or a “glorified candy bar.”   Which one are you eating? Do you need a protein bar? Most Americans are already getting more protein than they need.   When I had students track their diet and calculate their protein intake all were eating many more grams of protein a day than they needed.   There are great ways to add protein to your diet without eating protein bars.   Do you know which 2 foods have higher quality protein than a steak?   Eggs are the gold standard for protein quality and next is cow’s milk...

Who doesn’t love to eat out and start off the meal with some appetizers?   Half the fun of eating out with friends and family is deciding which appetizers to order.   We often order more than one so we can share.   My husband and I like bruschetta from a local restaurant.   This bruschetta is loaded with fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and is very tasty. But many people will be surprised that some appetizers are really gut bombs.   Not only loaded with calories but loaded with saturated fat and sodium.   Some people can afford some extra calories.   I had a student that was a carpenter.   He ate 5,000 calories a day and was not overweight.   However, even he should pay attention to how much saturated fat and sodium is in foods, including appetizers.   Some appetizers have more calories than the meal you will be eating.   A nutrition newsletter I receive provided a good overview of restaurant appetizers.   What to watch ...